States Ambassador Coronel Kinloch of Nicaragua at an interview with The Korea Post

Newly appointed Ambassador Coronel Kinloch of the Republic of Nicaragua in Seoul said, “Through friendship comes trust and through trust comes a good business partner. Thus, every Korean investor and company can feel assured that Nicaragua is a land filled with investment opportunities.”
Excerpts from the interview follow:

President Moon Jae-in is flanked on the right by Minister of Foreign Affairs Chung Eui-yong and Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinloch of the Republic of Nicaragua in Seoul on the left.
President Moon Jae-in is flanked on the right by Minister of Foreign Affairs Chung Eui-yong and Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinloch of the Republic of Nicaragua in Seoul on the left.

Question: As a new Nicaraguan ambassador to Korea, please tell us your major business objectives for this year.
Answer:
First off, I want to express the deep and sincere gratitude of the people of The Republic of Nicaragua towards the friendship given by the people of The Republic of Korea.
Gratefulness is my main business and affair in this beautiful country. I want every Korean to know they have a friend ready to lend a hand in every Nicaraguan.
Through friendship comes trust and through trust comes a good business partner. Thus, every Korean investor and company can feel assured that Nicaragua is a land filled with investment opportunities where in every sector but must importantly a land of trustworthy friends ready to partner.

Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (center) talks with Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media (left) during an interview held at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18. Jang Mi-hee, secretary to the ambassador, is seen at the right.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (center) talks with Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media (left) during an interview held at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18. Jang Mi-hee, secretary to the ambassador, is seen at the right.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (right) and Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media smile in a frame set up at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (right) and Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media smile in a frame set up at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18.

Q: Please introduce main industries and products of Nicaragua.
A:
Even though the past trade relations between Nicaragua and the Republic of Korea have focused on the Textile and Automotive sectors, the signing of a Free Trade Agreement between both countries exponentially expands the possibilities and variety of investments that can be done.

The possibilities are endless ranging from key industries such as Agribusiness, Light Manufacturing, and Outsourcing Services to Green Energy, Fisheries, as well as Creative Startups that can take advantage of the willingness of our people to innovate and partner to create exciting and new investments sectors.

Q: Please explain the investment environment of Nicaragua for Korean potential investors and any special favors to foreign investors.
A:
Nicaragua has a steady economy, young and dynamic talent, friendly business climate with a highly developed infrastructure and Global Connectivity. On top of that it is a great place to live which makes it an ideal place to invest in.
Potential investors can benefit from the services provided from a dedicate organization, called PRONicaragua, which will help guide them to find the right opportunities in our land.
I invite everyone to visit http://pronicaragua.gob.ni/en/ where you will find a wealth of information about investing in Nicaragua.

Q: What do you think would be the most attractive industrial sectors for Korean companies to invest in Nicaragua?
A:
With a Free Trade Agreement already in place and the willingness of our Government to create an ideal environment for International Investment there are endless sectors for Korean companies to invest in.
Koreans are creative, passionate and ready to do business. They have risen through many difficulties due to their unstoppable push forward no matter the adversities they face. Thus, I invite all sectors and those who are willing to create new ones to come to Nicaragua.

Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (third from left) poses with Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media (fourth from left) and other Korea Post reportorial team with Nicaragua’s traditional dolls and percussion instruments in their hands. The Korea Post team includes (from left) Deputy Managing Editor Sung Jung-wook, Vice Chairperson Cho Kyung-hee, Managing Editor Kevin Lee and Make-up Editor Kim Myeong-keun.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (third from left) poses with Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media (fourth from left) and other Korea Post reportorial team with Nicaragua’s traditional dolls and percussion instruments in their hands. The Korea Post team includes (from left) Deputy Managing Editor Sung Jung-wook, Vice Chairperson Cho Kyung-hee, Managing Editor Kevin Lee and Make-up Editor Kim Myeong-keun.

Q: Please introduce outstanding Korean companies' activities in Nicaragua.
A:
The biggest Korean company currently established in Nicaragua is SAE-A. It employs thousands of Nicaraguans in the Textile industry. Beyond the economic development and benefits SAE-A has brought to Nicaragua, I would like to point out the Human Factor and Community moral compass that makes SAE-A such a great partner. They truly have a philosophy of being a member of the community and it engages in corporate social responsibility that has lifted the lives of not only the Nicaraguans that work in its factory but of those of the community. It is truly a best in class example of investment for economic gains without forgetting the Human Factor of international operations.

Nicaragua’s traditional flowers, national flags of Nicaragua and South Korea are on display at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul.
Nicaragua’s traditional flowers, national flags of Nicaragua and South Korea are on display at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul.

Q: Please introduce tourist attractions in Nicaragua for Korean tourists abroad.
A:
Nicaragua is a country blessed with natural resources from the 10th biggest fresh water lake in the World, to internationally acclaimed beaches, lagoons, rain forests, volcanoes and UNESCO World Heritage sites. But above all the warmth and friendliness of our people will make any trip to Nicaragua and unforgettable one.

Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media take a photo with the Nicaraguan picture in the background at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media take a photo with the Nicaraguan picture in the background at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18.

Q: Please introduce your point of view on how to further strengthen the economic and cultural ties between Nicaragua and Korea in the years to come.
A:
Even though we may seem to be this far away land with a completely different culture. We are in fact more similar than you may think. We share in fact many interesting similarities that I have come to discover when I began living in this beautiful country. From kids’ games, food, behaviors, everyday items and many others surprising similarities we share common ground that allow us not to be seen each other as foreign but as friends.
Being able to relate to others by finding our similarities rather than our differences is what strengthens human relations. Thus, I invite you to come and visit me at the Embassy of The Republic of Nicaragua so we can share a delicious coffee and I can tell you all about these surprising similarities and we can share a laugh, stories and discover with me and through you the similarities that makes us friends.

Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Managing Editor Kevin Lee of The Korea Post media take a photo with Nicaragua’s traditional doll and a decoration item in their hands.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Managing Editor Kevin Lee of The Korea Post media take a photo with Nicaragua’s traditional doll and a decoration item in their hands.

Q: Please introduce main industries and products of Nicaragua.
A:
Even though, Nicaragua and the Republic of Korea past trade relations have focused on the Textile and Automotive sectors, the signing of a Free Trade Agreement between both countries exponentially expands the possibilities and variety of investments that can be done.
The possibilities are endless ranging from key industries such as Agribusiness, Light Manufacturing, and Outsourcing Services to Green Energy, Fisheries, as well as Creative Startups that can take advantage of the willingness of our people to innovate and partner to create exciting and new investments sectors.

Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Vice Chairperson Cho Kyung-hee of The Korea Post media pose for the camera with Nicaragua’s traditional decoration item and percussion instrument in their hands.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Vice Chairperson Cho Kyung-hee of The Korea Post media pose for the camera with Nicaragua’s traditional decoration item and percussion instrument in their hands.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Deputy Managing Editor Sung Jung-wook of The Korea Post media pose for the camera with Nicaragua’s traditional decoration item and percussion instrument in their hands.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (left) and Deputy Managing Editor Sung Jung-wook of The Korea Post media pose for the camera with Nicaragua’s traditional decoration item and percussion instrument in their hands.
Photos and related materials on many interesting similarities between Nicaragua and Korea that were posted on the walls of the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul.
Photos and related materials on many interesting similarities between Nicaragua and Korea that were posted on the walls of the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (right) and Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media take a picture, holding a frame set up at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18.
Ambassador Rodrigo Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul (right) and Publisher-Chairman Lee Kyung-sik of The Korea Post media take a picture, holding a frame set up at the Nicaraguan Embassy in Seoul on Oct. 18.
Vice Chairperson Cho Kyung-hee of The Korea Post media (left) throws a Nicaraguan traditional hat on to Ambassador Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul.
Vice Chairperson Cho Kyung-hee of The Korea Post media (left) throws a Nicaraguan traditional hat on to Ambassador Coronel Kinroch of Nicaragua in Seoul.
An indigenous man of the Miskitos tribe in Nicaragua
An indigenous man of the Miskitos tribe in Nicaragua
The Christ statue on the hill overlooking San Juan del Sur is an iconic statue in Nicaragua.
The Christ statue on the hill overlooking San Juan del Sur is an iconic statue in Nicaragua.
Concepción volcano, a steep symmetrical stratovolcano with a perfect shape and one of the most active volcanoes of Nicaragua.
Concepción volcano, a steep symmetrical stratovolcano with a perfect shape and one of the most active volcanoes of Nicaragua.
Nicaraguan dolls clad in traditional clothes. Unique culture breathes life into Nicaragua. Nicaragua is known for a folk play called El Güegüense, an iconic Nicaraguan story combines theater, music and dance.
Nicaraguan dolls clad in traditional clothes. Unique culture breathes life into Nicaragua. Nicaragua is known for a folk play called El Güegüense, an iconic Nicaraguan story combines theater, music and dance.
Nicaragua produces a variety of fruits and other foods.
Nicaragua produces a variety of fruits and other foods.
El Caracol waterfall, located in the municipality of Las Sabanas, is an ideal place to be in contact with nature and venture into the northern region of Nicaragua.
El Caracol waterfall, located in the municipality of Las Sabanas, is an ideal place to be in contact with nature and venture into the northern region of Nicaragua.
A volcano with a perfect shape and one of the most active volcanoes of Nicaragua.
A volcano with a perfect shape and one of the most active volcanoes of Nicaragua.
Nicaragua has a strong agricultural industry and many popular foods are made using beans, grains, beef and pork. The photo shows gallo pinto, a fried dish of rice and beans, and vigorón, a salad of steamed cassava, pork and marinated cabbage served atop a banana leaf.
Nicaragua has a strong agricultural industry and many popular foods are made using beans, grains, beef and pork. The photo shows gallo pinto, a fried dish of rice and beans, and vigorón, a salad of steamed cassava, pork and marinated cabbage served atop a banana leaf.
A farmer in Nicaragua. Farmers plant 1,800 acres of tobacco, most of it a hybrid called Habano '98 that they developed.
A farmer in Nicaragua. Farmers plant 1,800 acres of tobacco, most of it a hybrid called Habano '98 that they developed.

 

 

 

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